Pain Management & Orthopedic Care in Yonkers, NY
970 N Broadway Suite 204 Yonkers NY 10701
Empire Minimally Invasive Spine & Pain in Yonkers, NY provides advanced pain management and orthopedic care for back, neck, joint, and nerve conditions. Our board-certified physicians specialize in minimally invasive spine procedures, arthroscopic joint procedures, image-guided injections, regenerative medicine, and advanced pain treatments to help patients find lasting relief. We treat chronic pain, sciatica, arthritis, migraines, and sports injuries with personalized care plans focused on restoring mobility and improving quality of life.
Local Interventional Pain & Orthopedic Care in Yonkers

Pain Conditions We Treat From Our Yonkers Office
Back Pain Conditions
Back pain can significantly impact daily life, limiting mobility, work performance, and sleep. At our Yonkers office, our pain management physicians specialize in diagnosing and treating back pain caused by muscular strain, disc degeneration, spinal instability, and nerve compression. Using advanced imaging and clinical evaluation, we identify the root cause of pain to create personalized treatment plans focused on long-term relief rather than temporary symptom control. We proudly serve patients from Yonkers and nearby communities including Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Eastchester, Mount Vernon, Hastings-on-Hudson, Scarsdale, Hartsdale, and Ardsley. Treatment options may include image-guided injections, regenerative therapies, physical therapy coordination, or minimally invasive spine procedures designed to reduce inflammation and restore function. Early intervention is essential to prevent chronic back pain from worsening over time. Our goal is to help patients regain comfort, mobility, and confidence through evidence-based, non-surgical pain management whenever possible.
Neck Pain Conditions
Neck pain often develops due to degenerative disc disease, nerve irritation, poor posture, or traumatic injuries such as whiplash. At Empire Minimally Invasive Spine & Pain in Yonkers, our specialists focus on precise diagnosis of cervical spine conditions using advanced diagnostics and targeted evaluation. We treat patients from Yonkers, Bronxville, Mount Vernon, Eastchester, Scarsdale, and Hastings-on-Hudson with customized neck pain treatment plans designed to relieve pain, restore movement, and prevent long-term complications. Depending on the condition, treatment may include targeted injections, nerve therapies, or minimally invasive procedures. Because neck pain can affect arm strength, headaches, and overall quality of life, timely evaluation is critical. Our team emphasizes safe, effective, and personalized care to help patients return to daily activities with reduced discomfort and improved function.
Knee Pain Conditions
Knee pain can result from ligament injuries, cartilage damage, arthritis, or repetitive strain from work and physical activity. At our Yonkers location, our pain management and orthopedic specialists provide comprehensive knee evaluations to determine the exact source of pain and instability. We serve patients throughout Yonkers, New Rochelle, Bronxville, Scarsdale, Hastings-on-Hudson, and Eastchester with advanced knee pain treatments that may include image-guided injections, regenerative therapies, and minimally invasive procedures. Our approach focuses on preserving joint health, reducing inflammation, and improving mobility. Untreated knee pain can worsen over time and significantly limit daily movement. Our goal is to help patients regain strength, stability, and confidence while avoiding unnecessary surgery whenever possible.
Shoulder Pain Conditions
Shoulder pain is commonly caused by rotator cuff injuries, joint instability, arthritis, or overuse injuries. At our Yonkers office, our specialists evaluate shoulder conditions using advanced imaging and physical examination to determine the most effective treatment strategy. We proudly treat patients from Yonkers, Scarsdale, Hartsdale, Mount Vernon, and Tuckahoe, offering personalized care plans that may include targeted injections, regenerative treatments, or minimally invasive shoulder procedures. Shoulder pain can interfere with work, sleep, and everyday tasks if left untreated. Our focus is on addressing the underlying cause of shoulder pain while restoring strength, flexibility, and range of motion through evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Elbow Pain Conditions
Elbow pain is often linked to repetitive motion injuries, tendon inflammation, or nerve compression. At our Yonkers location, we diagnose and treat elbow conditions using precision-guided techniques designed to relieve pain and improve joint function. We serve patients from Yonkers, Bronxville, Eastchester, Ardsley, and New Rochelle with targeted treatments that may include injections, nerve therapies, and minimally invasive interventions. Elbow pain can affect grip strength and daily activity if not properly addressed. Our goal is to provide effective, non-surgical solutions that promote healing, restore mobility, and help patients return to work and recreational activities comfortably.
Hand Pain Conditions
Hand pain may stem from nerve compression, repetitive stress injuries, or underlying musculoskeletal conditions. At our Yonkers office, our specialists evaluate hand pain carefully to identify conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome and nerve irritation. We provide care for patients throughout Yonkers, Mount Vernon, Scarsdale, Hartsdale, and Bronxville using advanced diagnostics and targeted treatment plans. Options may include image-guided injections, nerve treatments, or minimally invasive procedures focused on reducing pain and restoring hand function. Prompt treatment is important to prevent worsening symptoms and long-term nerve damage. Our team focuses on helping patients regain comfort, strength, and daily usability of the hand.
Foot & Leg Conditions
Foot and leg pain can significantly affect balance, mobility, and overall quality of life. Common causes include overuse injuries, ligament strain, nerve irritation, and inflammatory conditions. At our Yonkers location, we provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for lower extremity pain. We serve patients from Yonkers, New Rochelle, Hastings-on-Hudson, Bronxville, Eastchester, and Scarsdale with personalized care plans that may include injections, regenerative therapies, and minimally invasive procedures. Early diagnosis helps prevent worsening pain and long-term mobility issues. Our goal is to reduce pain, improve function, and help patients stay active with safe, effective treatment options tailored to their specific condition.
Other Pain Conditions
In addition to common orthopedic conditions, we also treat complex and systemic pain disorders that affect daily function and quality of life. These may include arthritis, fibromyalgia, cancer-related pain, peripheral nerve pain, and other chronic conditions. Patients from Yonkers, Tuckahoe, Scarsdale, Dobbs Ferry, Hastings-on-Hudson, and New Rochelle rely on our team for advanced diagnostics and individualized pain management strategies. Treatment options may involve interventional procedures, medication management, regenerative therapies, and coordinated care plans. Our multidisciplinary approach focuses on improving comfort, mobility, and overall well-being while addressing both the physical and functional impact of chronic pain conditions.
Advanced Pain Treatments Available in Yonkers
Back Pain Treatments
At our Yonkers office, we provide advanced back pain treatments focused on relieving spinal compression, reducing nerve inflammation, and restoring long-term mobility. Patients from Yonkers, Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Eastchester, Mount Vernon, Scarsdale, Hastings-on-Hudson, Hartsdale, and Ardsley trust our board-certified pain management physicians for minimally invasive, image-guided spine care. We treat conditions such as disc degeneration, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, and chronic low back pain using personalized treatment plans. Our approach emphasizes precision procedures designed to reduce pain, improve function, and help patients avoid unnecessary surgery whenever possible.
Neck Pain Treatments
Neck pain can significantly impact daily life, especially when caused by cervical disc disease, nerve irritation, or chronic muscle strain. Our Yonkers-based pain management specialists provide targeted neck pain treatments for patients throughout Bronxville, Mount Vernon, Eastchester, Scarsdale, and surrounding Westchester communities. Using advanced diagnostics and minimally invasive techniques, we focus on reducing inflammation, calming irritated nerves, and restoring cervical spine stability. Each treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s condition, symptoms, and lifestyle goals to deliver lasting relief and improved quality of life.
Knee & Joint Pain Treatments
Joint pain can limit mobility and interfere with work, exercise, and daily activities. At our Yonkers location, we offer advanced knee and joint pain treatments for patients from New Rochelle, Scarsdale, Bronxville, Hartsdale, and neighboring areas. Our physicians treat arthritis, cartilage damage, ligament injuries, and degenerative joint conditions using regenerative therapies and precision-guided injections. These minimally invasive treatments are designed to reduce pain, improve joint function, and delay or eliminate the need for surgery whenever appropriate.
Nerve & Chronic Pain Treatments
Chronic nerve pain requires specialized care and advanced treatment options. Our Yonkers pain management team provides innovative nerve and chronic pain therapies for patients throughout Mount Vernon, Bronxville, Eastchester, Scarsdale, and Hastings-on-Hudson. We treat conditions such as spinal nerve compression, neuropathy, and complex regional pain syndromes using implantable and interventional therapies. Our goal is to reduce persistent pain, restore function, and help patients regain independence through evidence-based, minimally invasive solutions.
Advanced & Infusion Therapies
For patients with complex or treatment-resistant pain conditions, we offer advanced and infusion-based therapies at our Yonkers office. Patients across Westchester rely on our expertise for specialized pain management options that address inflammation, neurologic dysfunction, and chronic pain syndromes. These therapies are carefully selected based on each patient’s diagnosis and response to prior treatments. By combining innovation with compassionate care, our team helps patients achieve meaningful pain relief and improved daily function when conventional options have fallen short.
Why Yonkers and Westchester County Patients Choose Empire
Our Yonkers office at 970 N Broadway, Suite 204, Yonkers, NY 10701 gives Westchester County patients convenient access to advanced, minimally invasive pain care — an easy drive for patients across Yonkers, Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Eastchester, Mount Vernon, Scarsdale, Hastings-on-Hudson, and Hartsdale, with quick access from Broadway (Route 9), the Saw Mill River Parkway, and I-87 (the New York State Thruway). Our board-certified physicians focus on interventional pain management: pinpointing the source of your back, neck, joint, or nerve pain with advanced imaging and clinical evaluation, then treating it with image-guided injections and minimally invasive procedures rather than jumping to surgery.
Our approach here is step-up care: start with the least invasive option that can solve the problem, and reserve advanced procedures for when conservative treatment has genuinely run its course. Same-week evaluations are usually available, and our front desk will confirm your insurance coverage before your visit. To schedule at our Yonkers office, call 516-229-1443.
Yonkers Office — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Empire’s Yonkers office located?
We are at 970 N Broadway, Suite 204, Yonkers, NY 10701, just off Broadway (Route 9) and convenient to the Saw Mill River Parkway and I-87 for patients across Westchester County.
How soon can I get an appointment in Yonkers?
Same-week evaluations are usually available for new back, neck, and joint pain. Call 516-229-1443 to schedule with our Yonkers pain management team.
Which areas do you serve from the Yonkers office?
We regularly care for patients across Westchester County, including Yonkers, Bronxville, Tuckahoe, Eastchester, Mount Vernon, Scarsdale, Hastings-on-Hudson, Hartsdale, and New Rochelle.
Do you handle workers’ compensation and auto-accident injuries in Yonkers?
Yes. Our Yonkers team treats workers’ compensation and motor-vehicle-accident injuries and can help coordinate the required documentation — bring your claim information to your first visit.
What kinds of pain do you treat at the Yonkers office?
Our Yonkers physicians treat back and neck pain, sciatica and nerve pain, arthritis and joint pain, and sports and overuse injuries using interventional, minimally invasive pain management — from image-guided injections to advanced procedures, with surgery reserved for when it is truly needed.
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Meet Our Pain Management & Orthopedic Specialists
Board-certified physicians dedicated to accurate diagnosis and minimally invasive care.
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John Akhnoukh, M.D.
Board Certified Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management Physician
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James Yu, D.O.
Board Certified Anesthesiologist & Interventional Pain Management Physician
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Benjamin Souferi, D.O.
Fellowship-Trained Interventional Pain Medicine Physician (Cleveland Clinic)
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Improve your quality of life with our comprehensive approach to pain management
We are dedicated to finding individualized treatment options tailored to fit your needs. Our team is dedicated to helping you lead a productive and active life, free from pain and disruption.
We use an integrative approach to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and assess your condition.
Physical examination and review of your medical history. We assess the cause of your pain, determine its severity and duration, and help you develop an individualized treatment plan.
We provide a range of treatments and procedures to address your chronic pain. These include nerve blocks, injections, physical therapy, implantable therapies and more. We also offer health education to help you better manage your condition.
